Six companies linked to Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, are in the process of being dissolved in the United Kingdom as renewed scrutiny intensifies over her relationship with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Applications have been filed with Companies House, the official registry for UK businesses, requesting that all six firms be removed from the register.
The businesses include S. Phoenix Events Limited, Fergie’s Farm, La Luna Investments, Solamoon Limited, Philanthrepreneur Limited and Planet Partners Productions Limited. All six list Ferguson as the sole director, and reports indicate that none currently owe money to creditors.
Who Is Sarah Ferguson?
Sarah Ferguson, aged 66, is a member of the British royal family by marriage, having been wed to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew. Although the couple divorced decades ago, Ferguson retained public prominence as a figure involved in various personal ventures, charities and media appearances. Her connections to Epstein first came under major public focus as a result of newly released files from judicial proceedings in the United States, which revealed email correspondence and interactions between Ferguson and Epstein after Epstein’s 2008 conviction for soliciting prostitution from a minor.
The Troubling Correspondence
Documents that emerged from the Epstein materials include personal messages from Ferguson to Epstein. In one dated August 3, 2009, she thanked him for a lunch and wrote that his kindness had lifted her spirits in front of her daughters, calling him “the brother I have always wished for.” In another email from May 16, 2010, she reportedly asked Epstein if she could be his house assistant, saying she was “desperately” in need of money. These revelations have deepened questions about the nature of Ferguson’s relationship with Epstein and placed renewed attention on her professional and personal choices at the time.
Connection to Prince Andrew’s Legal Troubles
The dissolution of Ferguson’s companies coincides with a separate high-profile legal issue involving her ex-husband. Prince Andrew was recently arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, linked to his associations with Epstein during his tenure as a British trade envoy. Police investigations have focused on alleged confidentiality breaches and misuse of official access related to Epstein. Andrew has denied any wrongdoing. Although Andrew’s current situation and Ferguson’s business closures are separate developments, media coverage has treated them as intertwined chapters in a broader unfolding story of how Epstein’s relationships affected several prominent figures.
Lack of Clarity Around Company Activities
Official records do not clearly specify the primary functions of the six companies scheduled for closure. Public registry information suggests that S. Phoenix Events may have been connected to communications or public relations work, while Fergie’s Farm was listed as a retail business. No substantial commercial activity or recent financial performance details have been reported for these entities.
Public Reaction and Consequences
The news has sparked public discussion globally, with some commentators questioning the judgment and reputational effects of Ferguson’s associations. Other reporting indicates that Ferguson has faced backlash beyond business closures, including withdrawal of support from some charitable organizations previously connected to her. Despite the controversy, there has been no official legal finding against Ferguson herself at this time. The company closures appear to be administrative responses to the evolving context rather than indications of criminal charges.
What This Means Going Forward
As the story continues to develop, the dissolution of Ferguson’s firms marks a significant personal and professional turning point for a once-high-profile member of the extended British monarchy. It highlights the broad ripple effects of the Epstein case and how historical associations can resurface with substantial consequences years later.
